Data Scientist

The Data Scientist position is within an analytical unit, applying scientific and technical findings to risk analyses, policy decisions, operational data management, and analyses. Responsible for organizing, replicating, architecting, distributing, and reporting on PPQ and cooperator mission data, including geospatial and non-geospatial information. Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.

Degree:
Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position.

Combination of education and experience:
Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in the paragraph above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. In addition to the basic requirement applicants must also possess:

Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-12 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates:

• Leading complex data science projects from design through deployment by applying analytical methods such as statistics or machine learning, maintaining high data quality, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet organizational needs.
• Building and maintaining large-scale automated workflows to process, manage, and validate complex datasets.
• Cataloging, documenting, and standardizing datasets and workflows to improve accessibility, discoverability, and reuse.
• Clearly communicating analytical work to executives, technical staff, and non-technical stakeholders.

Note:

There is no education substitution for this grade level.

• This position requires specific coursework or a degree in a specific field to be basically qualified.
• This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.